East Sydney Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes, a city and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House featuring cbd, a skyscraper and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House which includes a bridge, a bay or harbour and modern architecture
Sydney Opera House showing theatre scenes and interior views
Sydney Opera House which includes a city, interior views and modern architecture

Where to stay in East Sydney

Woolloomooloo showing a hotel

Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, colourful gardens and waterfront views. You might want to check out attractions like Woolloomooloo Wharf or William Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Woolloomooloo
ADGE Hotel & Residences

ADGE Hotel & Residences

4.5 out of 5
212 Riley Street, Surry Hills, NSW
The price is AU$142 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$142
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (960 reviews)
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Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

ADGE Hotel & Residences
Shangri-La Sydney

Shangri-La Sydney

5 out of 5
176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW
The price is AU$275 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$275
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,343 reviews)
"Really lovely, great food, great views"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Shangri-La Sydney
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney

5 out of 5
199 George St., Sydney, NSW
The price is AU$347 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$347
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,892 reviews)
"Stayed here recently and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The location was perfect, close to everything I needed, and the view from the room was stunning. The room itself was spotless, modern, and very comfortable - exactly what I was hoping for. From check-in to check-out, everything was ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
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Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills

3.5 out of 5
359 Crown Street, Surry Hills, NSW
Stay at this aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,360 reviews)
Very comfortable and reasonably close to transport
"Very comfortable and reasonably close to transport options"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Surry Hills
Regents Court Sydney

Regents Court Sydney

4 out of 5
18 Springfield Avenue, Potts Point, NSW
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (931 reviews)
"Property was a little outdated. Staff were amazing though and location was fantastic."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Regents Court Sydney
YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites

4 out of 5
252 Sussex Street, Sydney, NSW
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Sydney. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,209 reviews)
A perfect location for of Sydney’s attractions
"First things first, you could not find a better location for everything Sydney has to offer than here. Minutes walk to both the City Centre & Darling Harbour, not to mention Chinatown too. The staff are lovely too and nothing is too much trouble, yes there are better hotels, with better all around ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

YEHS Hotel Sydney Harbour Suites
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Popular places to visit

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House

4.5/5(3,486 reviews)

Take in a performance or just take in the splendour of one of the world’s most famous buildings.

Sydney Opera House
Royal Botanic Gardens showing a high-rise building, a city and a garden

Royal Botanic Gardens

4.5/5(1,413 reviews)

Escape Sydney’s busy downtown and enjoy the winding pathways, art installations and rose gardens of this lush haven.

Royal Botanic Gardens
Australian Museum

Australian Museum

4/5(18 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Australian Museum during your trip to Sydney. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Australian Museum
Art Gallery of New South Wales showing interior views

Art Gallery of New South Wales

4.5/5(39 reviews)

See old and new elegantly overlap in the thought-provoking exhibitions on show in New South Wales’ premier art gallery, which overlooks Sydney’s Domain.

Art Gallery of New South Wales
Art Gallery of New South Wales featuring café lifestyle and interior views

The Domain

4.5/5(34 reviews)

The Domain is just one of the places to see in Sydney, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

The Domain
Woolloomooloo

Woolloomooloo Wharf

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Sydney with a trip to Woolloomooloo Wharf. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Woolloomooloo Wharf

Activities

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

AU$51
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Sydney Attractions Pass including SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

AU$30
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Sydney Tower Eye Tickets
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Cruise

Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise

AU$81
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taronga Zoo Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Sydney Harbour Explorer Cruise
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets

AU$42
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium Tickets
Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

AU$104
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast
Elegant Dining Experience at Infinity in the Sydney Tower

Elegant Dining Experience at Infinity - Sydney Tower

AU$90
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Elegant Dining Experience at Infinity - Sydney Tower
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